ph3Role Overview /h3pSantander Corporate Investment Banking (Santander CIB) is looking for a Manager of Financial Crime Compliance (FCC) Advisory based out of Boadilla, Spain. This position requires senior subject matter expertise providing advisory support on complex client relationships, transactions and products across SCIB to ensure compliance with FCC regulations and Group Financial Crime Compliance Policy. /ph3Responsibilities /h3ulliLead and perform reviews of complex, high‑risk transactions, client relationships and business activities providing FCC advisory opinions and recommendations to support informed business decisions, acting as a delegated representative of the Global Head of FCC SCIB where required. /liliProvide real‑time FCC advisory support to Front Office, Operations, and Compliance partners regarding transaction structures, customer activity, sanctions considerations, AML risks, and financial crime typologies. /liliProvide expert judgement and risk‑based recommendations on complex or escalated client and transaction matters where financial crime risk considerations may impact business decisions. /liliPerform testing activities over FCC controls; reviewing artefacts and deliverables and performing technical data testing activities as required. /liliAssist with leading engagement with regulators, internal audit, and senior governance committees on significant FCC matters and remediation activities. /liliConduct horizon scanning and regulatory change management. /liliDrive operational adequacy and effectiveness of the Group Financial Crime Policy and Guides, working with Group and Country FCC peers and acting as the key point of contact as required or directed. /liliAssist with the timely identification of opportunities to enhance the management and oversight of FCC risk and ensure appropriate action is taken by relevant parties to deliver improvements. /liliDevelop and deliver training and awareness programmes in coordination with Central Compliance, Group Financial Crime, business and Learning and Development. /li /ulh3Professional Experience /h3ulliProven experience conducting FCC advisory reviews of complex client relationships, transactions, and business activities within Corporate and Investment Banking environments.



/liliDemonstrated experience providing risk‑based recommendations and approvals for complex client and transactional scenarios. /liliProven record of being an industry practitioner and subject‑matter expert. /liliApproximately 8‑12+ years of experience across the core competencies required for the role. /liliStrong understanding of CIB business products and services including Markets, Trade Finance and Capital Markets solutions. /liliIn‑depth understanding of Payments, Trade and Correspondent Banking. /liliBusiness transactional knowledge and FCC control expertise. /liliExperience working within a large multi‑national bank with general and regional exposure in a similar role. /liliStrong understanding of regulatory and FinTech initiatives and developments (preferred). /li /ulh3Education /h3ulliDegree level education. /liliIndustry‑relevant qualification in Risk or Compliance (preferred). /li /ulh3Languages /h3ulliFluent English (written and verbal). /liliFluent Spanish (written and verbal). /li /ulh3Hard Skills /h3ulliDeep Financial Crime Compliance expertise assessing client relationships, transactional activity, sanctions exposure and financial crime risks within Corporate and Investment Banking products. /liliExperience with FCC technology and control platforms, including screening, monitoring and case management tools (e.g., Dow Jones, Oracle, Fenergo). /liliExperience designing and implementing global FCC operating models and governance frameworks. /liliStrong analytical and technology‑enablement capabilities, leveraging data, analytics and emerging technologies to enhance financial crime screening, monitoring and risk management processes. /liliProficiency with productivity and digital tools, including Microsoft Office Suite and AI‑enabled tools (e.g., ChatGPT, Copilot). /li /ulh3Soft Skills /h3ulliAbility to balance commercial objectives with FCC risk considerations and provide clear, defensible recommendations in time‑sensitive transaction environments.



/liliDemonstrated strategic leadership capability, including influencing senior stakeholders, driving organisational change and making risk‑based decisions in complex environments. /liliSelf‑starter with strong organisational skills, capable of working independently with minimal supervision while remaining collaborative, adaptable and responsive to changing business priorities. /liliStrong strategic and critical thinking abilities, with attention to detail and the ability to translate complex operational, regulatory and risk considerations into actionable business strategies. /liliExceptional stakeholder management and influencing skills, including proven success engaging senior executives and driving consensus to achieve organisational objectives. /liliExcellent communication skills (written and verbal), with the ability to clearly and concisely explain complex regulatory requirements, risks and recommended approaches to both technical and non‑technical audiences. /liliStrong prioritisation and time‑management skills, capable of managing multiple competing demands while maintaining focus on strategic objectives and delivering against business timelines. /li /ulh3Benefits /h3ulliGlobal career opportunities and broad career paths. /liliHybrid working model with flexible hours. /liliAccess to a wide range of learning courses and the Santander Open Academy. /liliCompetitive salary with performance‑based bonuses. /liliPreferential banking terms and special interest rates on loans, life insurance and more. /liliWellness programmes and health benefits. /liliChildcare support and family‑friendly programmes. /liliAccess to Santander Contigo for employees and families offering legal, emotional and administrative advisory services. /liliGym/WellHub membership, medical centres, meal subsidies, parking and shuttle service from Madrid. /li /ulh3EEO Inclusion Statement /h3pSantander is proud of being an organization where there are equal opportunities regardless of age, gender, disability, civil status, race, religion or sexual orientation. We are committed to providing an inclusive and accessible application process for all candidates. /ph3How to Apply /h3pIf this sounds like a role you are interested in, please apply. /p /p #J-18808-Ljbffr

📌 Manager of Financial Crime Compliance (FCC) Advisory ED (Boadilla del Monte)
🏢 Santander Corporate & Investment Banking
📍 Boadilla del Monte